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mperran1974 · 02-27-2013, 09:59 AM

He is really precious. I hope the steroids help him. Please keep up posted on him. You are taking great care of him.

Sandysbabies · 02-27-2013, 10:24 AM

What a sweet baby. So sorry this has happened to this little guy, but its amazing the oppticals they can sometimes overcome. This baby has a good, loving mommy and he is very fortunate to have you. Hope he gets nothing but better and better.

kjc · 02-27-2013, 10:51 AM

For the video... upload it to You Tube first, the paste the link in the thread...

It takes about one month after getting vaccines for them to clear a dog's system. If you see marked improvement at that time... that would be a clue to look into the vaccine issue.

BTW: He's gorgeous!

Prince Toby · 02-27-2013, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by kjc

For the video... upload it to You Tube first, the paste the link in the thread...

It takes about one month after getting vaccines for them to clear a dog's system. If you see marked improvement at that time... that would be a clue to look into the vaccine issue.

BTW: He's gorgeous!

I just figured it out and posted under the video section under Colby walking. It breaks my heart but he is not a quitter he falls and tries to get right back up again. Thank you I think he is gorgeous too, but then again I am bias

sandy simpson · 02-27-2013, 11:20 AM

I am going to a bluegrass festival in lake havasu but i will be praying for colby.
May he heal up and you find out what is wrong. Jesus help this precious yorkie

MandiesMom · 02-27-2013, 11:22 AM

He's so precious. Breaks my heart to see him struggle like that but he sure does keep on trying.

I didn't realize he had this issue from the beginning. The diagnosis makes more sense to me now.

Bless his heart!

Marhcarter · 02-27-2013, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by MandiesMom

I didn't realize he had this issue from the beginning. The diagnosis makes more sense to me now.

SusieQ36305 · 02-27-2013, 04:26 PM

I am so hoping and praying your baby will be okay. I hope the steroids work for him. He is a living doll.

ladyjane · 02-28-2013, 06:06 AM

OP: I am again going to suggest that you see a specialist for Colby to at least obtain a real diagnosis. It sounds as if your vet is guessing what this is and giving him prednisone to see if it helps. While prednisone can help for many neurological conditions, the best thing to do imho is to find out exactly what it is and treat for whatever condition that is specifically. If he were mine, I would take him to a neurologist asap.

I honestly do not know of any specialist who would advise you not to come in. If a specialist got on the phone and talked to me and said that, I would consult with another specialist! That is just not what they usually do...it is imho out of line but then, I don't know. Maybe he consulted with your vet???

At any rate, I just had to post and encourage you to see a specialist. I shudder to think that your sweet Colby could be suffering.

While he is cute, seeing him fall over is not cute. It is very, very sad. It does not mean he is strong...it means something is very wrong. Of course, they all are strong and do have a will, but that does not mean they are not suffering.

If money is an issue, perhaps you could apply for Care Credit. You can apply online:
Healthcare and Medical Financing for Consumers | CareCredit™

You also could surrender him to a rescue, but I would be hard pressed to advise you on one in FL who would do right by him. If you did decide to do that, I would suggest it be with the understanding that they provide the best in terms of specialists. I have seen some rescues in your state who are short cutting on vetting and that is not something I approve of.

My thoughts and prayers are with your little Colby. I hope he is well soon.

lmperez · 02-28-2013, 06:59 AM

Not much time on way to funeral. I have a yorkie w cerebellar hyoxia. I don't think that is what your little one has. There is no pain with it. Message me later I will give you more info Iam thinking you need to consider the following. ACVS - Atlantoaxial Instability The sysmptoms sounds similar. I have heard of this condtion before and actually thought this is what my girl had. talk to you later. Good luck

ladyjane · 02-28-2013, 07:03 AM

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Originally Posted by lmperez

Not much time on way to funeral. I have a yorkie w cerebellar hyoxia. I don't think that is what your little one has. There is no pain with it. Message me later I will give you more info Iam thinking you need to consider the following. ACVS - Atlantoaxial Instability The sysmptoms sounds similar. I have heard of this condtion before and actually thought this is what my girl had. talk to you later. Good luck

Or GME. That is what went through my head when I heard the description. Bottom line, a thorough neuro eval is in order imo. There's a whole host of neurological conditions it could be.
I have a pup with AAI .. and he also has many other neuro issues...often there will be more than one.
Prayers for Colby.

mugwee1 · 02-28-2013, 07:49 AM

Prayer's for Colby.Hopely they find out what is wrong with him. Keeeping you and Colby in my prayer's.
Anne/Luci

kjc · 02-28-2013, 08:01 AM

Prayers for Colby and his family....

TxVicki · 02-28-2013, 08:14 AM

Prayers for Colby. I pray you get him into the Specialist as soon as you can to get him the help he needs.

wemple2 · 03-04-2013, 09:20 PM

Just checking in for an update...any news on Colby? Prayers continue.

02-27-2013, 09:59 AM	#31
mperran1974 YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: splendora, tx Posts: 701	He is really precious. I hope the steroids help him. Please keep up posted on him. You are taking great care of him. __________________ Michelle-mommy to Chloe also mommy to Haley and Tyler

02-27-2013, 10:51 AM	#33
kjc I♥PeekTinkySaph&Finny Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 18,872	For the video... upload it to You Tube first, the paste the link in the thread... It takes about one month after getting vaccines for them to clear a dog's system. If you see marked improvement at that time... that would be a clue to look into the vaccine issue. BTW: He's gorgeous! __________________ Kat Chloe Lizzy PeekABooTinkerbell SapphireInfinity

02-27-2013, 11:22 AM	#36
MandiesMom and Shelby's too Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Millbrook, AL Posts: 7,842	He's so precious. Breaks my heart to see him struggle like that but he sure does keep on trying. I didn't realize he had this issue from the beginning. The diagnosis makes more sense to me now. Bless his heart! __________________ Terri, proud mom to Mandie & Shelby-Dale

02-27-2013, 04:26 PM	#38
SusieQ36305 No Longer a Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Dothan, Alabama Posts: 176	He is precious I am so hoping and praying your baby will be okay. I hope the steroids work for him. He is a living doll.

02-28-2013, 06:06 AM	#39
ladyjane Resident Yorkie Nut Donating YT 20K Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 27,490	OP: I am again going to suggest that you see a specialist for Colby to at least obtain a real diagnosis. It sounds as if your vet is guessing what this is and giving him prednisone to see if it helps. While prednisone can help for many neurological conditions, the best thing to do imho is to find out exactly what it is and treat for whatever condition that is specifically. If he were mine, I would take him to a neurologist asap. I honestly do not know of any specialist who would advise you not to come in. If a specialist got on the phone and talked to me and said that, I would consult with another specialist! That is just not what they usually do...it is imho out of line but then, I don't know. Maybe he consulted with your vet??? At any rate, I just had to post and encourage you to see a specialist. I shudder to think that your sweet Colby could be suffering. While he is cute, seeing him fall over is not cute. It is very, very sad. It does not mean he is strong...it means something is very wrong. Of course, they all are strong and do have a will, but that does not mean they are not suffering. If money is an issue, perhaps you could apply for Care Credit. You can apply online: Healthcare and Medical Financing for Consumers \| CareCredit™ You also could surrender him to a rescue, but I would be hard pressed to advise you on one in FL who would do right by him. If you did decide to do that, I would suggest it be with the understanding that they provide the best in terms of specialists. I have seen some rescues in your state who are short cutting on vetting and that is not something I approve of. My thoughts and prayers are with your little Colby. I hope he is well soon. __________________ CLOUD NINE BEDS--YORKIE HAVEN RESCUE MY ETSY SHOP Last edited by ladyjane; 02-28-2013 at 06:09 AM.

02-27-2013, 10:24 AM	#32
Sandysbabies YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 2,234	What a sweet baby. So sorry this has happened to this little guy, but its amazing the oppticals they can sometimes overcome. This baby has a good, loving mommy and he is very fortunate to have you. Hope he gets nothing but better and better.

02-27-2013, 11:20 AM	#35
sandy simpson YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: santee, california Posts: 2,123 Blog Entries: 1	I am going to a bluegrass festival in lake havasu but i will be praying for colby. May he heal up and you find out what is wrong. Jesus help this precious yorkie

02-28-2013, 06:59 AM	#40
lmperez YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: USA Posts: 600	Not much time on way to funeral. I have a yorkie w cerebellar hyoxia. I don't think that is what your little one has. There is no pain with it. Message me later I will give you more info Iam thinking you need to consider the following. ACVS - Atlantoaxial Instability The sysmptoms sounds similar. I have heard of this condtion before and actually thought this is what my girl had. talk to you later. Good luck

02-28-2013, 07:49 AM	#42
mugwee1 YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: pa. Posts: 861	Prayer's for Colby.Hopely they find out what is wrong with him. Keeeping you and Colby in my prayer's. Anne/Luci

02-28-2013, 08:01 AM	#43
kjc I♥PeekTinkySaph&Finny Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 18,872	Prayers for Colby and his family.... __________________ Kat Chloe Lizzy PeekABooTinkerbell SapphireInfinity

02-28-2013, 08:14 AM	#44
TxVicki Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: At Home Posts: 8,386	Prayers for Colby. I pray you get him into the Specialist as soon as you can to get him the help he needs. __________________ [SIZE="3"VICKI & ALLIE[/SIZE]

03-04-2013, 09:20 PM	#45
wemple2 Wee Winston Wiggles Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Kewanee, Illinois Posts: 9,666	Just checking in for an update...any news on Colby? Prayers continue. __________________ As Ever, Kathy Intruducing Bentley Winston and Spencer: RIP My Sweet Angels